More Than a Cowboy: The Life and Films of Fred Thomson and Silver King

Raleigh NC: Wyatt Classics, Inc.. Fine in Very Good+ dj. 1988. First Edition. Hardcover. [book is tight, clean and flawless; the jacket has a bit of minor damage to the top of the spine and some creasing along the top edge of the rear panel]. (B&W photographs) "The first complete biography of Fred Thomson, the almost forgotten cowboy star of the silent era. Contains over 300 illustrations, including rare shots never before published. Written with the cooperation of family members who provided photographs, letters, clippings, and their memories. The life story of dashing Fred Thomson and his marvelous horse, Silver KIng, will revive fond memories in the minds of silent Western film buffs, and will introduce the idol of the 1920's to younger generations. The book reveals why Thomson is known as the only cowboy to give Tom Mix any competition at the box office. The rivalry with Mix and their personal relationship is explored. Joseph P. Kennedy when President of F.B.O. Studios, billed Thomson as 'The World's Greatest Western Star.' To many he was just that." Laid in to this copy are three postcards, each depicting a scene from one of Thomson's films; these are not vintage items, but rather appear to be promotional extras. ****NOTE that additional postage charges will be assessed for international shipping of this heavy book; if this concerns you, please contact us for a shipping quote before placing your order. As always at ReadInk, domestic Media Mail shipping is free.**** .